Head of M&A (City of London)

Head of M&A | Private Equity-Backed | TMT (London)

A private equity-backed business operating in the TMT sector is seeking a seasoned Head of M&A to lead their acquisitive growth strategy. With significant capital to deploy and a clearly defined value creation plan, the business is entering an exciting next phase of buy-and-build activity across Europe.

The Role

Reporting into the CFO, and working closely with the CEO and wider C-suite, the Head of M&A will be responsible for shaping strategy and leading the full M&A lifecycle – from origination and commercial assessment through to execution and integration. This is a high-impact, senior leadership role in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define M&A strategy in collaboration with executive leadership
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritise acquisition targets aligned to the investment thesis
• Own end-to-end deal execution
• Build and manage a pipeline of acquisition opportunities, leveraging industry networks and advisors
• Support post-deal integration planning and execution to ensure value capture
• Present regularly to the Board and PE sponsor on progress and performance

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in M&A, with a strong track record of executed transactions
• Previous M&A role within a private equity-backed business
• Background in investment banking or ACA-qualified (equivalent)
• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills